Do log cabins add value?
Discussion
I am also in the camp that argues a log cabin to he value of the house, or at least not an appreciable amount. It may add a small amount from a buyer that likes it, and it may make the house more saleable and if buyers had a choice of 2 identical houses at the same price they might choose the one with the log cabin.
The reasons why people might be reluctant to pay a significant amount extra are that it is something else to maintain, and because the depreciation on a log cabin will be greater. Generally speaking houses appreciate in value, and generally can be relatively easily maintained. However whether factually correct or not buys are going to perceive that a log cabin has a shorter lifespan and may require recladding in 10 or 15 years. Even if it doesnt its likely that the timber will need treating regularly which just detracts from it.
The reasons why people might be reluctant to pay a significant amount extra are that it is something else to maintain, and because the depreciation on a log cabin will be greater. Generally speaking houses appreciate in value, and generally can be relatively easily maintained. However whether factually correct or not buys are going to perceive that a log cabin has a shorter lifespan and may require recladding in 10 or 15 years. Even if it doesnt its likely that the timber will need treating regularly which just detracts from it.
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